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Plumbing Level I (WCG)

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NCCER's Plumbing Level One curriculum was designed to present the principles and practices of the plumbing trade. It covers concepts technicians need to safely install, test, maintain, and repair many different types of pipe systems for residential, commercial, and public buildings. Coverage of math, drawings, code, and other critical knowledge skills ensure learners are set up for success.
 
Length: 110 Course Hours (66 in-person hours / 44 self-paced online hours)

Its modules cover topics such as:
  • Introduction to the Plumbing Profession
  • Plumbing Safety
  • Tools of the Plumbing Trade
  • Introduction to Plumbing Math
  • Introduction to Plumbing Drawings
  • Plastic Pipe and Fittings
  • Copper Pipe and Fittings
  • Cast-Iron Pipe and Fittings
  • Carbon Steel Pipe and Fittings
  • Introduction to Plumbing Fixtures
  • Introduction to Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) Systems
  • Introduction to Water Distribution Systems.
Prerequisite:  NCCER Core certification
 
Potential Certifications: Upon successful completion of all modules in the curriculum, students will receive the National Center for Construction Education & Research Plumbing Level One certification.

Tuition:  $4,725 Full Price; $1,575 WCG FastForward Price
 
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Supplies and Fees: Tuition includes cost of textbook, supplies, and NCCER subscription fee.

Occupational Objective: A shortage of qualified Plumbers has created the need for trained personnel in the construction industry. Plumbers and their associated trades constitute one of the largest construction occupations.

Class Details

22 Session(s)
Days of the Week :Multiple Days of the Week :
  Online 24/7.  
  Weekly - Mon, Wed.  

Location : Philpott Hall Location : 
  Philpott Hall.

Instructor : Charles Kemp 

 

Notice

Please read:  I am enrolling in this class as part of the New Economy Workforce Credential Grant Program (WCG). Discount is pending availability of funds. As a condition to receiving a grant, I agree to the following terms and conditions as specified on this site: WCG Release Form.

FastForward Workforce Credential Grant (WCG) pays 2/3 of the cost of tuition: You pay 1/3 of tuition upon enrollment; the Commonwealth of Virginia pays 1/3 upon successful completion of the class; the final 1/3 is paid by the Commonwealth of Virginia when you earn the credential.

Tuition: 

$4,725.00


Registration Closes On
Tuesday, December 31, 2024 @ 12:00 AM

Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s) Instructional Method
9/30/2024 - 12/11/2024 Online 24/7 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM N/A - Online Charles Kemp  Distance Education
9/30/2024 - 12/11/2024 Weekly - Mon, Wed 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM Martinsville, Philpott Hall  Map Charles Kemp  Lecture

Other Class Offerings

Plumbing Level I (WCG)
ID: 5648

01/22/25 - 04/30/25
Online 24/7

Location
Philpott Hall

Instructor
Charles Kemp